A 47-year-old female asked:
Is it true that taking zinc supplements can make an adult over age 33 grow taller? What about calcium magnesium--can that also increase height at 33?
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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered
50 years experience in Endocrinology
Taller: It is extremely unlikely that you will grow taller at age 33. If you saw a pediatrician as a youngster you should contact them and ask for a copy of your growth chart. What makes you ask the above question?
Answered on Jan 3, 2017
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